What is the cheapest way to get from North West to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from North West to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from North West to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from North West to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between North West and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from North West to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Scant Row and arriving at Princes Street via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from North West to Edinburgh?

The distance between North West and Edinburgh is 211 miles. The road distance is 197.7 miles.

How do I travel from North West to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from North West to Edinburgh without a car is to line 125 bus and train which takes 4h 40m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from North West to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from North West to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North West to Edinburgh bus from?

North West to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Bus or fly from North West to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from North West to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the North West to Edinburgh bus arrive?

North West to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from North West to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between North West to Edinburgh is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from North West to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2996+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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There are 6 ways to get from North West to Edinburgh by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 125 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Scant Row to Bus Stationbus 125
2. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 40m
£66–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
7h 20m
£30–105
Drive 196.6 mi
1. Drive from North West to Edinburghcar 196.6 mi
3h 42m
£48–69
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
5h 56m
£60–168
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
6h 5m
£77–196
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
6h 11m
£74–181

North West to Edinburgh by bus and train

106Weekly Services

4h 40mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between North West, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Scant Row to Princes Street via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) every 3 hours.

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